After school activities, boots, and avocados

Hi!

I’m SORRY! There were two errors in the cookie recipe I shared last week.

It was super fun, because so many of you wrote in as you were baking to check in, and I love hearing from you, but be”H won’t do it again!

Also, the labels I ordered last week arrived and are great!

Lastly, I’m super excited to re-share two programs you’ve been writing in to ask about – see the JAM Partners section.

JUST IN TIME

The kids all tumble in at once, everyone’s overstimulated, and everyone needs you now. To ease that after-school chaos, prep something that keeps them engaged so they need you a little less while you get settled and focus on the neediest one first.

Tip: Have the activity ready and say, “There’s something for you on the table!” to spark curiosity and give them a reason to go see.

Try:

• Sensory play: Play dough or kinetic sand (our favorite!)

• Activity sheets: Coloring pages for the littles, word searches for the big kids

• Snacks: Snackle boxes, fruit skewers or fun-shaped fruit, or a cozy treat (hot cocoa!)

• Books: Stack a few near the couch with blankets and stuffed animals

JUST FOR YOU

🥑HACK: Keep avocados ripe. Avocados are perfectly ripe… but you don’t need them today? Wrap them in tinfoil and keep them in the fridge – they’ll last up to two weeks!

🥾TIP: Keep boots fresh. If boots get damp or sweaty, stick a dryer sheet inside overnight for fresh footwear in the morning. 

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That’s all for today!💜☕

The JAM Fam

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